...a tuneful, rhythmically sly twist on mainstream jazz...
DownBeat Magazine
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Rutz has a big, dark tone and a fluid ease to his phrasing that makes him seem relaxed even when unleashing a volley of 16th notes...
DownBeat Magazine
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Wonderful work from the Chicago scene – a timeless effort with titles that are Chicago and Illinois prairie-centric in theme – and compositions musically rich enough to touch on diverse strains of small combo jazz, from bluesy to bossa-steeped.
Dusty Groove, Inc.
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Markus Rutz plays trumpet with bluesy, soulful style and a tone that has been called gorgeous.
He composes and performs music from his home base in Chicago, Illinois.
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